What is the cheapest way to get from Belfast to South Dublin?

The cheapest way to get from Belfast to South Dublin is to bus which costs €18 - €24 and takes 3h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Belfast to South Dublin?

The fastest way to get from Belfast to South Dublin is to drive which takes 1h 53m and costs €30 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Belfast and South Dublin?

No, there is no direct bus from Belfast station to South Dublin. However, there are services departing from Grand Central Station Stand 11 and arriving at Red Cow Luas via Airport Zone 16. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Belfast and South Dublin?

No, there is no direct train from Belfast to South Dublin. However, there are services departing from Belfast Grand Central and arriving at Kingswood via Connolly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 51m.

How far is it from Belfast to South Dublin?

The distance between Belfast and South Dublin is 179 km. The road distance is 175.3 km.

How do I travel from Belfast to South Dublin without a car?

The best way to get from Belfast to South Dublin without a car is to bus via Airport Zone 16 which takes 2h 50m and costs €23 - €150.

How long does it take to get from Belfast to South Dublin?

It takes approximately 2h 50m to get from Belfast to South Dublin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Belfast to South Dublin bus from?

Belfast to South Dublin bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Grand Central Station Stand 11.

Where do I catch the Belfast to South Dublin train from?

Belfast to South Dublin train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Belfast Grand Central station.

Where does the Belfast to South Dublin bus arrive?

Belfast to South Dublin bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Dublin Airport T2 station.

Where does the Belfast to South Dublin train arrive?

Belfast to South Dublin train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Dublin Connolly station.

Can I drive from Belfast to South Dublin?

Yes, the driving distance between Belfast to South Dublin is 175 km. It takes approximately 1h 53m to drive from Belfast to South Dublin.

Where can I stay near South Dublin?

There are 1257+ hotels available in South Dublin.

Belfast to South Dublin - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, tram, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Belfast to South Dublin by bus, train, tram, or car

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Bus via Airport Zone 16
best
1. Take the bus from Grand Central Station Stand 11 to Dublin Airport T2bus X1 / ...
2h 50m
€24–143
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Europa Bus Centre to The Gresham Hotelbus 705x
2. Take the bus from O'Connell St Upr to Sally Park Closebus F1
3h 20m
€19–24
Train, tram
1. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Dublin Connollytrain Ic / ...
2. Take the tram from Connolly to Kingswoodtram Red
2h 51m
€22–31
Drive 175.3 km
1. Drive from Belfast to South Dublincar 175.3 km
1h 53m
€31–45

Belfast to South Dublin by bus

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Distance: 178.6 km
Duration: 2h 50m

What companies run services between Belfast, Northern Ireland and South Dublin, Ireland?

Translink operates a bus from Grand Central Station Stand 11 to Dublin Airport T2 hourly, and the journey takes 2h 15m. Dublin Express also services this route hourly.

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